Description
A warm, comforting tuna melt that’s fast to prepare and endlessly adaptable, featuring creamy tuna salad and melted cheddar on crisp bread.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons finely diced celery
- 1 tablespoon finely diced red onion
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- A pinch of black pepper
- 4 slices of bread
- 1 tablespoon butter (for toasting)
- 4 slices (about 2 oz) sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Drain the tuna and mix it with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, diced celery, diced red onion, salt, and black pepper.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Toast butter-side-down in a skillet over medium heat until golden.
- Pile the tuna mixture on the toasted side, top with cheese, and close the sandwich.
- Return to the skillet, cover, and cook on medium-low for 2-3 minutes per side until the cheese melts.
- Alternatively, place the sandwich under a broiler for 1-2 minutes to brown the top if desired.
Notes
Drain tuna thoroughly and toast bread lightly to prevent sogginess. For extra melt, mix in mozzarella cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stove-top pan-grilled or broiled
- Cuisine: American